Leaf Insect — A Leaf with Legs
Leaf insects · family Phylliidae
A flattened body and leaf-like legs make an insect resemble part of a plant.
Camouflage / Human design
Camouflage Netting — Hiding an Object’s Outline
An irregular surface replaces the crisp edges of the object underneath.
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Look for straight lines and supports beneath the net. Then compare its irregular surface with the needles, trunks and ground around it.
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What is Camouflage Netting — Hiding an Object’s Outline?
An irregular surface replaces the crisp edges of the object underneath.
What should I look for in Camouflage Netting — Hiding an Object’s Outline?
Look for straight lines and supports beneath the net. Then compare its irregular surface with the needles, trunks and ground around it.
What explains Camouflage Netting — Hiding an Object’s Outline?
Netting overlays manufactured surfaces with many small patches and uneven edges. The observer sees the cover’s texture instead of a clean object outline. Gaps, shadow and the chosen surroundings still affect how visible the covered shape is.
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